Prayer for a Suicidal Friend: 40 Powerful Prayers

Why Prayer is Powerful in Times of Despair

When someone you love is facing suicidal thoughts, prayer becomes a vital way to show support and love. The Bible says, “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit” (Psalm 34:18). Prayer allows you to intercede for your friend, asking God to bring peace, healing, and hope.

Scriptures for Comfort and Hope

Here are some comforting Bible verses to include in your prayers:

• Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
• Psalm 46:1 – “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
• Matthew 11:28 – “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
• Isaiah 41:10 – “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

40 Powerful Prayer for a Suicidal Friend

Prayers for Protection

1. Prayer for Divine Shielding:
   “Lord, place a shield of protection around my friend. Keep them safe from the darkness and guide them towards the light of Your love.”
   “The Lord will keep you from all harm—he will watch over your life.” — Psalm 121:7
2. Prayer for Comfort:
   “Father, comfort my friend in this difficult moment. Wrap them in Your arms and let them feel Your presence surrounding them with warmth and peace.”
   “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” — Matthew 5:4
3. Prayer for God’s Guidance:
   “God, guide my friend’s steps and provide them with clarity and wisdom in moments of confusion or despair.”
   “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” — Proverbs 3:5-6
4. Prayer for Strength to Resist Temptation:
   “Lord, give my friend the strength to resist the temptation to give up, and remind them that they are never alone in their struggles.”
   “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear.” — 1 Corinthians 10:13
5. Prayer for Emotional Safety:
   “Father, protect my friend’s heart and mind from the weight of overwhelming emotions. Provide them with a sense of peace that only You can give.”
   “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” — Isaiah 26:3

Prayers for Peace

6. Prayer for Inner Peace:
   “God, grant my friend peace that surpasses all understanding. Calm their anxious heart and fill them with Your peace.”
   “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” — John 14:27
7. Prayer for Emotional Restoration:
   “Lord, heal my friend’s heart and restore their emotional strength. Replace their pain with Your gentle comfort.”
   “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3
8. Prayer for Peace of Mind:
   “Father, give my friend a quiet and peaceful mind. Help them to rest in Your promise that You will never leave or forsake them.”
   “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” — 1 Peter 5:7
9. Prayer for Calm in the Storm:
   “Lord, amidst the storm in my friend’s heart, bring them calmness. Let them feel Your presence in every moment of distress.”
   “He got up, rebuked the wind and the waves, and it was completely calm.” — Mark 4:39
10. Prayer for Trust in God:
    “God, help my friend to trust in Your plan for their life. Let them find peace in knowing that You are in control.”
    “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” — Jeremiah 29:11

Prayers for Healing

11. Prayer for Emotional Healing:
    “Heavenly Father, bring healing to my friend’s wounded heart. Mend the brokenness they feel and help them to see hope again.”
    “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3
12. Prayer for Healing from Past Hurts:
    “Lord, help my friend to release the weight of past pain. Heal the wounds that linger and help them find freedom in Your forgiveness.”
    “But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.” — Isaiah 53:5
13. Prayer for Healing of the Mind:
    “God, heal the turmoil in my friend’s mind. Replace confusion with clarity, and fear with trust in Your love.”
    “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” — Romans 12:2
14. Prayer for Mental Restoration:
    “Father, restore my friend’s mental health. Free them from the negative thoughts that torment them and fill their heart with peace.”
    “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:6-7
15. Prayer for Healing from Depression:
    “Lord, bring my friend out of the darkness of depression and into Your marvelous light. Heal their heart and mind, and let them feel Your joy again.”
    “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18

Prayers for Strength

16. Prayer for Strength in Weakness:
    “God, when my friend feels weak, give them the strength to carry on. Let them know that Your power is made perfect in their weakness.”
    “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9
17. Prayer for Courage:
    “Father, give my friend the courage to face each new day, even when the burden seems unbearable. Fill them with the strength to persevere.”
    “Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9
18. Prayer for Resilience:
    “Lord, help my friend to rise again, no matter how many times they feel knocked down. Grant them resilience to overcome every obstacle.”
    “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.” — 2 Corinthians 4:8-9
19. Prayer for Hope in Despair:
    “God, when my friend feels hopeless, remind them that You are the source of hope. Lift them from despair and renew their spirit.”
    “Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.” — Psalm 42:5
20. Prayer for Endurance:
    “Lord, help my friend to endure this difficult season. Strengthen their heart and give them the endurance they need to make it through each day.”
    “Let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” — Galatians 6:9

Prayers for Comfort and Assurance

21. Prayer for God’s Presence:
    “Father, let my friend feel Your presence in their life, even in the darkest moments. Let them know that You are with them always.”
    “And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” — Matthew 28:20
22. Prayer for Assurance of Love:
    “Lord, remind my friend that they are loved by You, no matter what they are going through. Your love is constant and never fails.”
    “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” — Romans 8:38-39
23. Prayer for Reassurance in Loneliness:
    “God, in times when my friend feels alone, let them feel Your comforting embrace. Fill the emptiness they may feel with Your love.”
    “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18
24. Prayer for Compassion and Understanding:
    “Father, help my friend to know that You understand their pain. Show them that they are not alone in their suffering.”
    “The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” — Psalm 145:18
25. Prayer for Strength to Ask for Help:
    “Lord, give my friend the courage to reach out for help when they need it. Surround them with people who will support and love them through their journey.”
    “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” — Galatians 6:2

Prayers for Hope and Renewal

26. Prayer for New Beginnings:
    “God, help my friend to see that each new day brings the possibility of new beginnings. Renew their hope and help them to find joy again.”
    “Behold, I am making all things new.” — Revelation 21:5
27. Prayer for Hope in the Future:
    “Father, fill my friend’s heart with hope for the future. Remind them that even when it seems dark, the dawn is just around the corner.”
    “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” — Jeremiah 29:11
28. Prayer for a Restored Spirit:
    “Lord, restore my friend’s spirit and renew their strength. Let them rise above their struggles with a heart full of hope and a renewed sense of purpose.”
    “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” — Isaiah 40:29
29. Prayer for Transformation:
    “God, transform my friend’s pain into purpose. Use their struggles to strengthen them and make them a source of inspiration to others.”
    “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” — Romans 8:28
30. Prayer for Trust in God’s Timing:
    “Father, help my friend trust in Your perfect timing. Remind them that You have a plan for their life and that they are never forgotten in Your eyes.”
    “He has made everything beautiful in its time.” — Ecclesiastes 3:11
31. Prayer for Rest and Renewal:“Father, give my friend the rest they need. Renew their strength and help them to find peace in Your presence, away from the burdens of the world.”
    “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28
32.  Prayer for Protection from Despair:
    “Lord, protect my friend from the overwhelming feelings of despair. Fill their heart with hope and remind them of the joy that comes in the morning.”
    “Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.” — Psalm 30:5
33.  Prayer for Reassurance of God’s Love:
    “God, reassure my friend that nothing can separate them from Your love. Let them feel secure in Your arms and know they are deeply loved.”
    “For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” — Romans 8:38-39
34. . Prayer for Deliverance from Darkness:“Lord, deliver my friend from the darkness that overwhelms them. Shine Your light upon their path and guide them to freedom and peace.”
    “The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?” — Psalm 27:1
35.  Prayer for the Ability to Let Go:
    “Father, help my friend to let go of the pain from their past. Heal their heart and give them the strength to move forward with You by their side.”
    “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!” — Isaiah 43:18-19
36.  Prayer for Trust in God’s Plan:
    “God, help my friend trust in Your perfect plan, even when they can’t see the way forward. Let them rest in the knowledge that You are in control.”
    “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” — Jeremiah 29:11
37.  Prayer for Freedom from Anxiety:
    “Lord, deliver my friend from anxiety and fear. Replace their worries with Your peace, and remind them that they do not have to face life alone.”
    “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:6-7
38. Prayer for Courage to Face Tomorrow:
    “Father, give my friend the courage to face each new day. May they walk forward with the confidence that You are with them every step of the way.”
    “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9
39. Prayer for Restoration of Joy:
    “God, restore my friend’s joy and remind them of the good things You have already done in their life. Let them find hope in Your promises.”
    “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” — Nehemiah 8:10
40.  Prayer for Protection from Harmful Influences:

“Lord, protect my friend from any harmful influences, whether internal or external. Guard their mind, heart, and spirit from negativity and despair.”
“The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.” — Proverbs 18:10

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Concluusion

Your prayers and presence can make a difference in your friend’s life. Remember the words of Romans 12:12: “Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” Trust that God hears your prayers and is working in your friend’s life even in the darkest times.